Also, I'm pleased to announce that Cynthia Leitich Smith, Nancy Werlin, and I will be teaching the Highlights Foundation "'Whole Novel Workshop: Young Adult' in August! Founded in 2006, the Whole Novel Workshop is specifically designed for
writers of young-adult novels. This unique program offers the one-on-one
attention found in degree programs, but without additional academic
requirements, lengthy time commitments, or prohibitive financial
investments. Our aim is to focus on a specific work in progress, moving a
novel to the next level in preparation for submission to agents or
publishers. Focused attention in an intimate setting makes this
mentorship program one that guarantees significant progress."